Airport Comparison
| GDL | LGQ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport | Nueva Loja Airport |
| IATA Code | GDL | LGQ |
| ICAO Code | MMGL | SENL |
| City | Guadalajara | Lago Agrio |
| Country | Mexico | Ecuador |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/Guayaquil |
| Elevation | 5,016 ft | 980 ft |
| Coordinates | 20.520000, -103.310000 | 0.090000, -76.870000 |
Guadalajara (GDL) to Lago Agrio (LGQ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico to Nueva Loja Airport (LGQ) in Lago Agrio, Ecuador is 3,664 kilometers (2,277 miles / 1,978 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying southeast at a heading of 125°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is an international route connecting Mexico with Ecuador. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 21:36 in Guadalajara, it's 22:36 in Lago Agrio.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,036 feet between the two airports. Nueva Loja Airport sits lower than Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Lago Agrio (LGQ) to Guadalajara (GDL) follows a heading of 310° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) and Nueva Loja Airport (LGQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.